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Hydrocortisone source U.K.?

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Hi I'm struggling to find anywhere to buy this except an Indian pharmacy which doesn't accept credit card and can't get a bank transfer to recognise their details. Could anyone p.m me a better source please? I'm looking to use 5-10mg to treat low cortisol

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Really not a good idea to self-treat with HC. How low is your cortisol?

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Do you have a thyroid issue at all?

I can see you have been member for a few months, but there is no other information than this post. In general, people are more likely to respond if they have some idea of your issues.

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It is 12 in the morning range 9-21 and way below mid range the next 2 times. Also have t3 below mid range but NDT didn't work. I understand it should be top of the range in the morning and I have a history of chronic stress and extreme fatigue for years since

If you self treat yourself with Hydrocortisone you may either end up with Cushing's syndrome or adrenal insufficiency where you adrenal glands will shut down & you will need steroids for life - it's not worth the risk! Take it from me who had a pituitary tumour causing Cushing's now the tumour has gone I'm left with adrenal insufficiency & am dependent on steroids to live - it's not a fun life with it!

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